Oil & Gas Energy
The Canada-Nova Scotia Offshore Energy Regulator (CNSOER) is a lifecycle regulator. As part of our regulatory role, we approve, authorize, and monitor offshore energy activities during each phase of a project.
Petroleum Offshore Activity
From early surveying of the ocean floor to the removal of a facility that has been abandoned, there are different types of activities that can occur in the Canada-Nova Scotia offshore area depending on the phase of a project. We ensure that operators explore, develop, produce, and decommission projects in a safe and responsible manner. This includes monitoring areas of health, safety and environmental performance.
In order to complete work in the Canada-Nova Scotia offshore area, operators need to apply for an Activity Authorization and receive our permission before they can proceed.